Accounts Payable Assistant
We are Legends Global!
Legends Global delivers world-class solutions in sport, entertainment, and live events, combining international expertise with a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions. We partner with leading clients to create memorable experiences worldwide. Committed to inclusion, diversity, and innovation, we foster a collaborative culture guided by our values — Align, Scale, Connect, Team, Win — where every team member can thrive and make an impact. Sound like a winning formula for you. Join us!
The Role
This role supports our Finance Transactional Services team in managing and processing a high volume of invoices with accuracy and efficiency. You’ll play an important part in ensuring smooth financial operations, maintaining strong relationships across the business, and upholding our commitment to excellence.
Suppose you have a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. In that case, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your Finance or Purchase Ledger career and make a real impact within a dynamic finance team.
What we offer
At Legends Global, hosting events is what we do best—and we want our people to experience it too. Enjoy discounted tickets to your favourite events and unleash your inner superfan.
Work hard, rest well: you’ll get 25 days of annual #leave plus bank holidays.
We care about life outside work—our Life Assurance policy helps protect your loved ones while you focus on success.
Plan for the future, with our 5% pension contribution, so your golden years are all about the bucket list.
HealthShield helps cover unexpected medical costs such as, dental, physio, and counselling expenses—for you and your children.
We’ve partnered with AXA Health to offer an Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental wellbeing.
See clearly and think big with our eye care vouchers and glasses contribution.
Go green and get fit with our Cycle to Work scheme.
And because great people know great people—refer a friend and get rewarded.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Accurately entering purchase invoices into the finance system, ensuring amounts match purchase orders.
- Liaising with relevant departments to obtain invoice authorisation and ensure timely payment.
- Assisting with other Finance team roles as required, providing flexible support across the team.
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Supporting process improvements within the Accounts Payable function to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
You’ll have:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or finance-related role, demonstrable experience to be discussed at interview
- Strong IT skills, including confidence with Microsoft finance systems and intermediate Excel proficiency.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to work under pressure.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise across teams and chase outstanding invoices when necessary.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in an inclusive workplace.
Inclusive Workplace
At Legends Global, we’re shaping a greener, faster, and more innovative future for the entertainment industry — and there’s never been a better time to join us. We’re an inclusive organisation built on trust, collaboration, and respect, where every voice matters.
We value diversity, equal opportunity, and flexible working, and we’re committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process for all. If you require any adjustments, please let us know. Apply today to make an impact from day one — applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early.
- Team
- Finance
- Role
- Accounts Payable Assistant
- Locations
- Corporate HQ, Manchester
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